Around-the-World Family

Around-the-World Family

Stories of Adventure & Grace

By Dr. John J. Norton Foreword by Dr. Adam R. Lee
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Over the course of nine years, our family circumnavigated the globe four times. We led teams of college students on academic, missional adventures that involved learning about culture, literature, and the relentless love of God in beautiful communities all around the world.

The stories in this collection recount moments when we experienced the goodness of God on the shoulder of a friend. These are moments when we found ourselves needing to depend upon our team or on the community around us. These beautiful moments occurred when doubts and discomfort threatened to capsize our adve... Read More

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Over the course of nine years, our family circumnavigated the globe four times. We led teams of college students on academic, missional adventures that involved learning about culture, literature, and the relentless love of God in beautiful communities all around the world.

The stories in this collection recount moments when we experienced the goodness of God on the shoulder of a friend. These are moments when we found ourselves needing to depend upon our team or on the community around us. These beautiful moments occurred when doubts and discomfort threatened to capsize our adve... Read More
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Over the course of nine years, our family circumnavigated the globe four times. We led teams of college students on academic, missional adventures that involved learning about culture, literature, and the relentless love of God in beautiful communities all around the world.

The stories in this collection recount moments when we experienced the goodness of God on the shoulder of a friend. These are moments when we found ourselves needing to depend upon our team or on the community around us. These beautiful moments occurred when doubts and discomfort threatened to capsize our adventure, yet by an unexpected miracle of God, we were able to see differently, navigate obstacles, and take hold of a deeper sense of trust and understanding.

In these moments we did not possess the necessary materials, knowledge, or strength, yet because of the grace of God, expressed through the strength and goodness of friends, we found the tools to continue adventuring.

Details
  • Pages: 168
  • Publisher: 1517 Publishing
  • Imprint: 1517 Publishing
  • Publication Date: 21st June 2022
  • Trim Size: 6 x 9 in
  • ISBN: 9781948969888
Reviews
Reading this book reminded me of how God can use ordinary people to produce extraordinary results for His kingdom throughout the world. When students and teachers truly seek to love their neighbors as themselves, lives are impacted in profound ways. The experiences shared in this story book prove that time and time again. -- Steven J. Buuck, PhD CEO, Faith Lutheran Middle School and High School (Las Vegas, NV)
Too many of us settle for a college experience that is ordinary. John Norton discovered that a journey is often a better venue for learning than a single classroom. His stories wonderfully illustrate how one intrepid family and a class of students can combine global adventure with academic purpose. -- Seth Barnes Founder, Adventures in Missions
John Norton is a man of faith and action. He and his very special family joined with handpicked undergraduates for international travel all over the world...Professor Norton and his team combined scholarship, service and faith into all they did..the byproduct cannot be measured but know for sure that the trips deeply enhanced his student's vision, knowledge and compassion. His book captures those very qualities which will continue to inspire all of us. --Kevin Davenport Senior Pastor, Saddleback Covenant Church
Author Bio
John J. Norton is co-founder and director of the Around-the-World (ATW) Semester program at Concordia University Irvine. The goal of the ATW Semester is to introduce students to global mission work, as well as to instruct them in thoughtful cultural engagement. John also serves the university as Professor of English and department chair. John and his wife Erica run a nonprofit organization called Bose Road Ministries that designs and leads high-impact educational experiences for churches and schools. With their three kids, Jack, Naomi, and Sheffield, John and Erica have led over 100 university students on international academic and missionary adventures all around the world. 
Table of Content
Foreword
Preface
Introduction
PART 1: ATW 2010
Argentina: “Party in a Slum”
Russia: “Picking Potatoes and Making Friends”
Jordan: “Learning to Read and Write, Again”
Egypt: “Surrounded by an Unexpected Kindness”
Kenya: “The Rescued Turned Rescuer”
India: “Over Budget and Overwhelmed”
Indonesia: “Dancing without Hesitation”
China: “Raw Fish Surprise”
China: “Miming toward Friendship”
PART 2: ATW 2012
India: “Invited into His Suffering”
Bolivia: “The Road of Life and Death”
PART 3: ATW 2014
Brazil: “Look at Me and Breathe”
Paraguay: “Four Feet Wide and Six Feet Deep”
Romania: “New Friends and New Vision”
Nepal: “Rescue in Mamling”
India: “Air Conditioning and Friendship”
Cambodia: “Returning to the Site of the Murder”
PART 4: ATW 2016
PART 5: ATW 2017
Tianjin, China: “Playing Catch with Zander”
Thailand: “Banjos and Buddhists”
Rwanda: “Dirty Sandals, Clean Hearts”
Greece: “Holding the Brick”
Germany: “Church for Sale: $1”
PART 6: ATW 2019
China: “Roads in Deserts, Streams in Thirsty Lands”
Mongolia: “We Saved the Eyeball for You, Professor”
Vietnam: “Fighting for Friendship”
Israel: “Still a Holy Land”
Uganda: “Plowing into Discomfort”
Hungary: “Dancing with Bence”
PART 7: FAMILY TRIPS
Costa Rica: “What are Your Dreams?”
Guatemala: “Hurry Up, Wait, and Listen”
Final Notes
Special Thanks

Over the course of nine years, our family circumnavigated the globe four times. We led teams of college students on academic, missional adventures that involved learning about culture, literature, and the relentless love of God in beautiful communities all around the world.

The stories in this collection recount moments when we experienced the goodness of God on the shoulder of a friend. These are moments when we found ourselves needing to depend upon our team or on the community around us. These beautiful moments occurred when doubts and discomfort threatened to capsize our adventure, yet by an unexpected miracle of God, we were able to see differently, navigate obstacles, and take hold of a deeper sense of trust and understanding.

In these moments we did not possess the necessary materials, knowledge, or strength, yet because of the grace of God, expressed through the strength and goodness of friends, we found the tools to continue adventuring.

  • Pages: 168
  • Publisher: 1517 Publishing
  • Imprint: 1517 Publishing
  • Publication Date: 21st June 2022
  • Trim Size: 6 x 9 in
  • ISBN: 9781948969888
Reading this book reminded me of how God can use ordinary people to produce extraordinary results for His kingdom throughout the world. When students and teachers truly seek to love their neighbors as themselves, lives are impacted in profound ways. The experiences shared in this story book prove that time and time again. -- Steven J. Buuck, PhD CEO, Faith Lutheran Middle School and High School (Las Vegas, NV)
Too many of us settle for a college experience that is ordinary. John Norton discovered that a journey is often a better venue for learning than a single classroom. His stories wonderfully illustrate how one intrepid family and a class of students can combine global adventure with academic purpose. -- Seth Barnes Founder, Adventures in Missions
John Norton is a man of faith and action. He and his very special family joined with handpicked undergraduates for international travel all over the world...Professor Norton and his team combined scholarship, service and faith into all they did..the byproduct cannot be measured but know for sure that the trips deeply enhanced his student's vision, knowledge and compassion. His book captures those very qualities which will continue to inspire all of us. --Kevin Davenport Senior Pastor, Saddleback Covenant Church
John J. Norton is co-founder and director of the Around-the-World (ATW) Semester program at Concordia University Irvine. The goal of the ATW Semester is to introduce students to global mission work, as well as to instruct them in thoughtful cultural engagement. John also serves the university as Professor of English and department chair. John and his wife Erica run a nonprofit organization called Bose Road Ministries that designs and leads high-impact educational experiences for churches and schools. With their three kids, Jack, Naomi, and Sheffield, John and Erica have led over 100 university students on international academic and missionary adventures all around the world. 
Foreword
Preface
Introduction
PART 1: ATW 2010
Argentina: “Party in a Slum”
Russia: “Picking Potatoes and Making Friends”
Jordan: “Learning to Read and Write, Again”
Egypt: “Surrounded by an Unexpected Kindness”
Kenya: “The Rescued Turned Rescuer”
India: “Over Budget and Overwhelmed”
Indonesia: “Dancing without Hesitation”
China: “Raw Fish Surprise”
China: “Miming toward Friendship”
PART 2: ATW 2012
India: “Invited into His Suffering”
Bolivia: “The Road of Life and Death”
PART 3: ATW 2014
Brazil: “Look at Me and Breathe”
Paraguay: “Four Feet Wide and Six Feet Deep”
Romania: “New Friends and New Vision”
Nepal: “Rescue in Mamling”
India: “Air Conditioning and Friendship”
Cambodia: “Returning to the Site of the Murder”
PART 4: ATW 2016
PART 5: ATW 2017
Tianjin, China: “Playing Catch with Zander”
Thailand: “Banjos and Buddhists”
Rwanda: “Dirty Sandals, Clean Hearts”
Greece: “Holding the Brick”
Germany: “Church for Sale: $1”
PART 6: ATW 2019
China: “Roads in Deserts, Streams in Thirsty Lands”
Mongolia: “We Saved the Eyeball for You, Professor”
Vietnam: “Fighting for Friendship”
Israel: “Still a Holy Land”
Uganda: “Plowing into Discomfort”
Hungary: “Dancing with Bence”
PART 7: FAMILY TRIPS
Costa Rica: “What are Your Dreams?”
Guatemala: “Hurry Up, Wait, and Listen”
Final Notes
Special Thanks

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